NOUN Journal of Criminology and Security (NJCSS)

The NOUN Journal of Criminology and Security Studies (NJCSS) is a peer-reviewed academic journal published by the Department of Criminology and Security Studies, National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN). It serves as a platform for facilitation of scholarly discourse, research dissemination, and critical analysis in the fields of criminology, security studies, and related disciplines.

The journal aims to advance knowledge and understanding of crime, criminal justice, law enforcement, national and international security, and emerging threats. It provides a forum for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to engage with contemporary issues in crime prevention, law enforcement strategies, security management, and criminal justice system.

The NJCSS serves academics, criminologists, security specialists, law enforcement officials, policymakers, legal practitioners, and students in criminology, law, and security studies. It is also beneficial for institutions and organisations engaged in crime prevention, public safety, and national security policy making.

ABOUT THE JOURNAL

NOUN Journal of Criminology and Security Studies (NJCSS) is the official bi-annual journal of the Department of Criminology and Security Studies, Faculty of Social Sciences, National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN). Its aim is to address social issues, delinquencies and crime from a multi-dimensional perspective.

The Journal publishes any contribution that advances knowledge and practice of criminology extending to all aspects of security studies including socio-economic, political, psychological, technological, legal as well as environmental issues. NJCSS’s penchant is to maintain high level academic culture of excellence by publishing only well researched theoretical and empirical articles as well as book reviews.

All opinions and accuracy of information expressed by authors are those of the authors and do not in any way reflect the views of the NJCSS and the Department of Criminology and Security Studies, NOUN.

MISSION STATEMENT

To publish authoritative, innovative and thought-provoking research findings that will enhance practical crime prevention and control as well as develop the field of criminology and security studies.

VISION STATEMENT

To be the research hub and prime source for authoritative information and analysis on crime, criminal justice and general security issues with a national and international reputation for academic excellence.

PHILOSOPHY

To promote scholarly communication and academic excellence, filter for errors and keep records of scientific research outcomes in Criminology and Security Studies